This summer, Sharjah Collection invites travellers to experience a different kind of escape, one where luxury meets nature, heritage and authentic Emirati hospitality. Guests can now enjoy an exclusive 30% saving on stays across all Sharjah Collection retreats, offering the perfect opportunity to discover some of the UAE’s most unique and inspiring destinations. From pristine beaches and dramatic desert landscapes to mountain hideaways and tranquil nature reserves, each retreat has been thoughtfully designed to immerse guests in the beauty and culture of Sharjah while delivering exceptional comfort, privacy and personalised service.

Harilela Hotels has set its sights on Singapore as the third home for its acclaimed hotel brand The Hari, complementing the existing properties in London and Hong Kong. The spring 2027 opening will see the Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre transformed into a luxury 326-bedroom hotel featuring a rooftop pool, executive lounge, dining and wellness experiences, and the brand’s signature revolving rota of artwork.

Kicking off the summer holiday season, SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton and Hard Rock Hotel Maldives invite GCC residents to swap the desert heat for the turquoise calm of the Indian Ocean with the newly extended offers designed around the region’s love of effortless luxury, privacy, family-friendly flexibility and seamless weekend travel. Created exclusively for the GCC and Türkiye markets, the offers elevate short stays with a suite of benefits designed around regional travel preferences

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced The Standard, Brussels officially joins World of Hyatt, Hyatt’s award-winning global loyalty program. The milestone marks a significant step in the continued integration of The Standard brand into Hyatt’s global ecosystem, further expanding access to its culturally driven hotels for a growing base of loyalty members worldwide. The Standard, Brussels is the first Hyatt hotel in Belgium.

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort will welcome seven acclaimed culinary talents for August as part of Marriott International’s 2026 Luxury Dining Series, ‘Across the Table’, headlined by two-Michelin-starred Chef Emmanuel Stroobant. Taking place from 26-30 August, the programme will unite chefs and mixologists from four St. Regis hotels across Asia for an immersive celebration of modern gastronomy, spanning intimate cooking experiences, omakase dining, heritage-led Indian cuisine, inventive cocktail pairings and refined four-course menus.

Luxury does not need to be complicated or expensive. Often, the smallest gestures can have the biggest impact on our emotions. In the Maldives, wealth lies not in glittering jewellery but in glistening seas and sparkling stars, while true opulence comes not from designer clothes, but from the feeling of bare feet on powder-soft sands. At Noku Maldives, Vignette Collection, the unique private island resort nestled in the pristine Noonu Atoll, guests can find luxury for their soul with a new series of complimentary activities and experiences that connect them with the heart of the destination.